islayEx-bourbon American oak
Ardbeg 10 Year Old
46% ABV£5517.1p/ml
Tasting notes
Tar, lemon, smoked fish — peat reference standard
Nose
Bonfire smoke, lemon, vanilla, brine
Palate
Bright citrus over heavy peat. Cracked black pepper, oily mouthfeel
Finish
Long, smoky, lingering citrus
Distillery
Ardbeg
Region
islay
ABV
46%
Cask
Ex-bourbon American oak
Price
£55
Owner
LVMH (Glenmorangie Co.)
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About Ardbeg
Islay’s cult favourite. Ardbeg 10 is widely considered one of the best 10-year-old single malts in Scotland full stop, and the Committee membership programme built a fanbase before cult-brand marketing was fashionable.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Ardbeg 10 Year Old taste like?
Tar, lemon, smoked fish — peat reference standard
How much does Ardbeg 10 Year Old cost?
Ardbeg 10 Year Old is typically priced at around £55 in the UK.
What is the ABV of Ardbeg 10 Year Old?
Ardbeg 10 Year Old is bottled at 46% ABV.
What cask is Ardbeg 10 Year Old matured in?
Ardbeg 10 Year Old is matured in Ex-bourbon American oak casks.